GRANDE EUROPA (IMO 9138381)
GRANDE EUROPA is a Vehicles Carrier built in 1998 and flying the Italy flag, placing it in its 28th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 18,461 metric tonnes, a gross tonnage of 51,823, and a length overall of 183 metres. This vessel is configured for the specialized transport of automotive cargo. The vessel has been observed operating within the Mediterranean Sea, West Europe, and North Europe over recent periods. It has previously operated under one former name and one former flag state. Over the last 36 months it has had 6 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 20 August 2026.
- Type: Vehicles Carrier
- Flag: Italy
- Year built: 1998
- MMSI: 247206000
- Call sign: ICGE
- Gross tonnage: 51823
- Deadweight: 18461 t
- Length overall: 183 m
- Beam: 32.25 m
- Home port: PALERMO - 062
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 57 since 1998
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC inspection: 20/08/2026
- Registered owner · ISM manager: GRIMALDI EUROMED SPA (Italy)
- Ship manager: GRIMALDI GROUP SPA (Italy)
- Last AIS position: 9°30.8′N · 013°43.3′W · Speed 0.1 kn · under way · received 10 October 2026 at 09:41 UTC
- Destination: Conakry (GN CKY)
Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and age of GRANDE EUROPA?
GRANDE EUROPA is a Vehicles Carrier built in 1998. It is currently in its 28th year of service.
What are the dimensions of GRANDE EUROPA?
The vessel has a length overall of 183 metres and a beam of 32.25 metres. It maintains a gross tonnage of 51,823.
What is the engine power of GRANDE EUROPA?
The vessel is equipped with a main engine providing 15,540 kilowatts of power. This capacity supports its operations as a vehicle carrier.
How many inspections has the vessel undergone?
Over the last 36 months it has had 6 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions, with 4 deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 20 August 2026. All-time records show 57 inspections since 1998 and no detentions.
Where has GRANDE EUROPA been operating recently?
The vessel has been observed in the Mediterranean Sea and West Europe. It has also been recorded in North Europe during recent voyages.
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